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Banana Bread Recipe Everyone Asks For

Discover a simple and delicious banana bread recipe that is sure to impress. This recipe is perfect for home bakers of all skill levels and results in a moist, flavorful loaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 307
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup mashed bananas ripe
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans Optional

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • large bowl
  • separate large bowl

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the beaten eggs, mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and buttermilk until well combined.
  2. In a separate large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Stir the flour mixture into the banana mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped pecans if using.
  4. Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 14g

Notes

This banana bread is freezer-friendly. Once completely cooled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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